Case Law Database
/ˈkeɪs lɔː ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs/
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- (n.) An organized digital or physical collection of judicial opinions, statutes, and other legal documents used for legal research and precedent analysis.
Lawyers frequently consult a case law database to find relevant precedents for their arguments.
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Case law databases are essential for efficient legal research, typically including search and indexing features to facilitate locating relevant precedents.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.